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Reflections on Teaching and Leadership
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Reflections on Teaching and Leadership
… "Ask yourself this question: How many of your own teachers from years past do you now hold in your heart? What made them a great teacher for you? Think about those qualities and try to emulate them in you…
ในงานประชุมนี้ หลวงปู่ได้เน้นย้ำถึงความสำคัญของการสอนและคุณสมบัติที่ทำให้ครูเป็นที่รักของนักเรียน เขาให้คำถามแก่ผู้เข้าร่วมเกี่ยวกับครูที่มีผลกระทบต่อชีวิตของตน และเชิญชวนให้พิจารณาคุณค่าที่ควรมีในตนเ
Key Concepts in Dhammakaya Meditation
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Key Concepts in Dhammakaya Meditation
…ore easily and for a longer period of time. As Luang Por Dhammajayo, frequently says: "Sabai is the heart of the practice of meditation". To truly be sabai there are four areas in life that have to become …
This text introduces key terms within the realm of Dhammakaya Meditation, focusing on figures like Luang Pu Sodh Wat PakNam and the roles of MaeChi and Upasikas. It delves into Mara as a symbol of tem
The Lessons of Almsgiving and Selflessness
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The Lessons of Almsgiving and Selflessness
…d at them. After this experience of alms giving, I thought that this simple girl possessed a bigger heart than mine before I was ordained. Instead of running and playing in the early morning hours like oth…
…dination and contrasts his past selfishness with the girl's generosity. This experience serves as a heartfelt reminder of the importance of compassion and empathy towards those in need. It challenges the n…
Unlocking the Inner Light: A Path to Enlightenment
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Unlocking the Inner Light: A Path to Enlightenment
…nds to be negative, which in turn will hurt ourselves and/or others, even those we hold dear to our heart. As one can imagine, if these things influence the mind negatively it is of great importance that w…
This text discusses the importance of meditation in unveiling the true nature of existence. It identifies defilements as the true enemy of humankind, leading to negative emotions such as sadness and a
Revival of Cambodian Buddhism Post-Pol Pot
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Revival of Cambodian Buddhism Post-Pol Pot
…where. Like the Buddha said NATHI SANTI PARAM SUKHAM (there is no another happiness than a peaceful-heart). Digest from speech of the Most Ven. Hai-Yun Jimeng (Taiwan) President of Huayen Monastery The F…
Buddhism in Cambodia faced severe decline during the Pol Pot regime when monks were forced to abandon their vows and temples were destroyed. After the 1980s, efforts to restore Buddhism began, as the
Buddhist Unity and Harmony: Insights from Most Ven. Dhammapriya Mahathero
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Buddhist Unity and Harmony: Insights from Most Ven. Dhammapriya Mahathero
…e of every phenomenon comes from the mind. The environment and affinity becomes pure as long as the heart is pure." Ven. Rinchin Lonjid Dashichoiling Monastery, Mongolia I come from Mongolia and I am Rin…
In a profound address, Most Ven. Dhammapriya Mahathero emphasizes the interconnectedness of all beings, portraying them as part of one family, deriving from shared karmic categories. He urges the prop
WBSY Sangha Unity Declaration
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WBSY Sangha Unity Declaration
…owing moderation in our food - To keep to seclusion in our sleeping-sitting place - Striving in the heart sublime And through the incalculable merit arising from our determined commitment to establish uni…
The WBSY Sangha Unity Declaration was made by young monastic delegates from over thirty countries during the fourth conference. Taking place at Wat Phra Pathom Chedi on December 14, 2007, the declarat
Merit and the Journey of Good Deeds
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Merit and the Journey of Good Deeds
…ts of merit, and we only 100, the merit will bear more fruits sooner. Once you earn more, keep your heart humble and calm. Don't expect more than what you have earned. August 16, 1979 *"There are many lev…
This text emphasizes the importance of small, consistent good deeds as a means of filling one's 'jar' of virtue. It highlights that personal efforts and merits shape one's fate, advocating for the pur
Building Merit through Support in Buddhism
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Building Merit through Support in Buddhism
… Buddhism. Make a wish for your good work to bring you good merit. The more determination in your heart, the more merit you will gain; the less determination, the less merit. In my next lifetime, I wil…
This text discusses the significance of supporting one another in achieving merit within Buddhism. It emphasizes using youthful energy for good deeds and highlights that determination influences the a
ทำบุญและใช้บุญอย่างถูกทาง
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ทำบุญและใช้บุญอย่างถูกทาง
…ith the boat thieves. Even now, there is always something to resolve. But through it all, I kept my heart pure by thinking of the merits I have made in the past, the merit I am making in the present, and t…
การสร้างบุญและเรียนรู้ที่จะใช้บุญอย่างถูกวิธีเป็นสิ่งที่สำคัญ ในการตั้งศูนย์พุทธธรรม ฉันต้องต่อสู้เพื่อรักษาหัวใจให้บริสุทธิ์ โดยการคิดถึงบุญที่ได้สร้างในอดีต ปัจจุบัน และอนาคต ทำให้มีแรงสู้ต่อไป การส
The Power of a Purified Mind
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The Power of a Purified Mind
…greed, anger, or nonsense are allowed to defile me. In the purified state, I can see through to the heart of a person's suffering and its causes. With compassion, I offer them insight into their suffering …
The text discusses the significance of maintaining a purified mind focused on merit and Dhamma. It emphasizes the importance of compassion in understanding others' suffering while acknowledging that e
Embracing the Final Lifetime
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Embracing the Final Lifetime
…w that I know this is my final lifetime, I devote my life to the practice of good deeds with all my heart. I realize that time goes by quickly; to free myself from the grip of Mara, I can no longer wait no…
In this text, the author reflects on the challenges encountered in their current life, attributing them to past misdeeds. Recognizing this as the final lifetime, the commitment to performing good deed
Pursuing Virtue: The Silent Battle
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Pursuing Virtue: The Silent Battle
…purity. I am brave and confident because I know that everything that I do, I do with pureness in my heart. 149. KEEP UP WITH ME If you are concerned that you cannot keep up with me, then hurry up and prac…
This text emphasizes the challenges of pursuing virtue, the importance of enduring struggles in silence, and the transformative power of purity and merit. It reflects on personal growth and the journe
Embracing Hardship for Nibbana
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Embracing Hardship for Nibbana
…act of ill-will to an act of goodwill for that person. February 20, 1977 157. BANISH PRIDE From my heart I have banished pride and ill-will, and I urge all of the monks and attendees at this temple to do …
The text discusses the pursuits of perfection and the goal of attaining Nibbana by vanquishing Mara. The author emphasizes the willingness to accept hardship and lower ego to transform potential confl
Leaving Home: A Journey of Forgiveness
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Leaving Home: A Journey of Forgiveness
177. LEAVING HOME When I was a young girl about 11 or 12 years old, my father came home drunk one day. He was so drunk that he fell asleep on the ground outside the house while the rest of the family
…ional challenges for the girl, including her father's curse of deafness, which instills fear in her heart. Following her father's death, she regrets not seeking forgiveness and becomes determined to find h…
Understanding Right Speech and Right Effort in Buddhism
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Understanding Right Speech and Right Effort in Buddhism
… weapons, selling humans, selling animals for slaughter and selling poisons. สาร: good; "bless your heart"; a remark of appreciation. สารขุน: general Buddhist people; people. สามารถตัดสินถูก-ผิด,ดี-ชั่ว: a…
This text explores key concepts in Buddhism, highlighting the existence of the afterlife and rebirth, the importance of purification for monastics, and the principles of Right Speech, Right Effort, Ri
The Enlightenment of Siddhattha Gotama
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The Enlightenment of Siddhattha Gotama
…mbini. Surrounded by his disciples, both monastics and laity, his last words to them summarized the heart of his teaching: “*Impermanent are all created things. Strive on with awareness.*”
This text recounts the journey of Siddhattha Gotama, who realized that life is a cycle of birth, aging, sickness, and death, culminating in his enlightenment as the Buddha. At dawn, he perceived the u
Understanding Merit and Its Impact on Life
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Understanding Merit and Its Impact on Life
… feel a wave of joy when we make a charitable contribution or help someone in need? Merit makes our heart full. Merit belongs exclusively to the one who possesses it. It is the property of the person; is …
Merit is an integral part of our personality, bringing satisfaction and contentment while enhancing social grace and self-confidence. It cannot be transferred, as it belongs solely to the individual.
The Importance of Pure Giving
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The Importance of Pure Giving
- The giver is pure -- The more pure the giver the more merit he will receive in his giving. It is wise for the giver to practice at least the Five Precepts to achieve purity. Purify your mind to gain
…lues and intentions. Remember, it’s not just the act of giving that counts, but the purity of one’s heart and the thought behind it that enhances the merit accrued. Visit dmc.tv for more insights on meanin…
The Maiden's Dilemma: Choosing Duty Over Desire
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The Maiden's Dilemma: Choosing Duty Over Desire
…o the monastery and invited him to be their guest. That maiden also heard that he had come, and her heart was filled with joy at the thought, ‘Here has come, so people say, one that is my father, my master…
In Alavi, when the Teacher arrives, a maiden is filled with joy at the thought of seeing the mighty Gotama Buddha and hearing him preach the Dhamma. However, her father's request to complete a garment